“Enduring Legacy: Rhetoric and Ritual of the Lost Cause”

In this talk based on his book by the same name, author W. Stuart Towns will explore the crucial role of the spoken word in creating and propagating a “Lost Cause” public memory of the American South. Through his in-detail study of southern speeches, Towns will explain how those who led the South in the postwar years helped to shape a lasting Confederate mythology. Contact Kelly Hancock at (855) 649-1861 x 121 for more information. Cost: Free with Museum admission. No reservations necessary.